Coretext : Handbook for Writers

CoreText is an innovative handbook written collaboratively by two writing teachers and a software designer. Not only does it give succinct, clear answers to questions about usage, style, and the strategies of research, but it provides crucial information about electronic sources and documentation for writers doing research online. It also aids writers who want to use the graphic capacities of computers to produce visually attractive documents.The key features of CoreText are emphasis on the role of audience and purpose in the writing process; a chapter on critical thinking and persuasion; three chapters on crafting sentences and using language responsibly; a chapter on essentials for ESL writers; two chapters on document design and model documents; a comprehensive research section with up-to-date information about using and documenting electronic sources; complete documentation guides for four citation systems: ACW, APA, CMS, and MLA; finally, CoreText's unique trim size, lie-flat design, and fresh use of four colors throughout make information easily accessible.Available in both print and electronic versions, CoreText is a do-it-yourself manual for writers working with today's tools for solving today's problem.